Dry and flaky skin after a tummy tuck

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I’ve noticed that dry and flaky skin are present after a tummy tuck in that area of skin. It’s not itchy or irritated, just peeling and flaky. I’ve also noticed this in pictures of others who have had this procedure done . Just curious.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Dry, flaky skin can occur after a tummy tuck due to the stress from surgery, the swelling, and the garment.  It is ok to use moisturizer on the skin.  Avoid the suture line unless it is completely closed.  Contact your surgeon if you have concerns.

Jennifer Lauren Crawford, MD · Answer

Sometimes skin that has been stressed by surgery and also was swollen can behave a bit differently from the norm.  It does frequently appear dry.  I allow patients to apply a moisturizing skin lotion after their incisions are fully healed and no longer raw in any way.  At some point it is expected (whether that be weeks or months down the road) for the skin to fully recover and appear normal.

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It is not uncommon to have some skin changes after surgery. The skin will eventually go back to normal. I would advise asking your surgeon what they want you to use on the skin before putting anything near or on the incision. Good luck with healing.

Patrick W. Hsu, MD, FACS · Answer

This is very common. The skin is severely traumatized in this operation and gets very swollen and is under great tension. Peeling is a result of the skin healing&hellip;.out with the old and in with the new. It will pass and moisturizer is your friend.

Gianna Ramos, MD · Answer

Hello
Thanks for your question.
Yes this is completely normal. The skin suffer and this is the reaction. I recommend you to use moisturizing lotions and oils, but not on the incision. 
Good luck :)
Dra. Gianna Ramos

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